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GUA → DFW
Which side of the plane to sit from La Aurora Airport (Guatemala City) to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (Dallas-Fort Worth)?
Left Side of the Plane
The left side offers an unparalleled front-row seat to Guatemala's iconic volcanic chain immediately after takeoff, followed by a dramatic transition from the Sierra Madre mountains to the Gulf of Mexico coastline.
Volcán de Fuego & Acatenango
Spectacular views of these towering peaks located just west of Guatemala City, often seen venting ash or smoke.
Sierra Madre de Chiapas
The rugged mountain range extending from the Guatemalan border through southern Mexico, featuring deep valleys and ridges.
Veracruz Coastline
Aerial perspectives of the Mexican coast where the mountains meet the emerald waters of the western Gulf.
Port of Tampico
A major industrial port city in Mexico, visible as the flight tracks north toward the US border.
Rio Grande Valley
The winding river marking the border between Mexico and the United States near Brownsville and McAllen.
Book a window seat on the left for morning departures to have the sun behind you, illuminating the volcanoes perfectly. Keep your eyes peeled within the first 10 minutes of flight for volcanic activity. As you approach DFW from the south, this side often provides a great view of the Fort Worth skyline and the sprawling suburbs of the Mid-Cities.
Volcán de Pacaya
One of Guatemala's most active volcanoes, located south of the city and visible during the initial climb.
Lake Amatitlán
A large crater lake just outside Guatemala City that reflects the surrounding green hills.
Petén Rainforests
The dense, lush canopy of northern Guatemala, a vast expanse of green stretching toward the horizon.
Gulf of Mexico
A vast, deep blue expanse as the flight cuts across the curve of the Mexican coast.
Dallas Skyline
If landing toward the north, the iconic Reunion Tower and Dallas skyscrapers are often visible in the distance.
The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun. It offers a broader view of the lush Petén jungle region before heading over open water. During the descent into DFW, if the plane is on a northern arrival pattern, you may catch a glimpse of the Dallas Cowboys' AT&T Stadium and the Dallas skyline to the east.
Distance: 2,140 km (1,330 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 2 hrs 51 min
Departure: GUA (14.5833, -90.527496)
Arrival: DFW (32.896801, -97.038002)
Route Type: International
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